Doing The Dishes: Laos Larb Ped

duck breast

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken and turkey are leaner options that are more widely available.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, and vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

mint leaves

🥗Healthier: basil

💰Cheaper: dried mint

Basil can provide a fresh flavor, and dried mint is a budget-friendly option.

Remove fat from duck breasts and mince the meat.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add shallots to the skillet and cook until fragrant and translucent.

Add minced duck breast to the skillet and season with salt.

Add chilies to the skillet and cook down with the duck and shallots.

Stir in msg, fish sauce, and garlic, and continue cooking until well combined.

Turn off the heat and add fresh lime juice and rice powder, stirring to combine.

Add greens (mint, cilantro, green onion) to the mixture and toss together.

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